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Network Engineer IV

Cherokee Federal
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 1/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/17/2026
Job Description

Network Engineer Level 4

This position requires an active TS/Sensitive Compartmental Information (SCI) clearance with the ability to obtain a Counterintelligence polygraph to be considered.

Cherokee Preting is seeking a Network Engineer to support the Defense Intelligence Agency.

Compensation & Benefits

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Network Engineer Level 4:$150,000 - $180,000

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided.Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Network Engineer Level 4 Responsibilities Include

  • Analyzes user’s requirements, concept of operations documents, and high level system architectures to develop network requirements specifications
  • Guides users in formulating requirements, advises alternative approaches, and conducts feasibility studies
  • Analyzes network requirements and capacity and leads design and development activities
  • Provides technical leadership for the integration of network requirements, design, and technology
  • Incorporates new network plans, designs and systems into ongoing operations
  • Develops network architecture and network design documentation
  • Guides network development and implementation planning through assessment or preparation of network engineering management plans and network integration and test plans
  • Design and perform integration of new technologies into local and wide area networks
  • Provide advanced troubleshooting and problem resolution of complex network problems
  • Manage the transition and migration of networks and development of network addressing schemes
  • Interacts with the Government regarding Network Engineering technical considerations and for associated problems, issues or conflicts
  • Ultimate responsibility for the technical integrity of work performed and deliverables associated with the Network Engineering area of responsibility
  • Communicates with other program personnel, government overseers, and senior executives
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Network Engineer Level 4 Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities Requested

  • Current Top Secret clearance and SCI eligible and willingness to obtain a Counterintelligence polygraph
  • Must meet one of the following:
    • High School Diploma or GED and 16 years of relevant experience
    • Associate’s degree and 14 years of relevant experience
    • Bachelor’s degree and 12 years of relevant experience
    • Master’s degree and 10 years of relevant experience
    • PhD and 8 years of relevant experience
  • Current IAT Level 2 Compliant Certification
  • Thorough knowledge of DoD Intelligence Information System (DoDIIS) and Intelligence Community (IC) standards, processes, and major programs
  • Knowledge of DoD and IC Wide Area Network (WAN), Local Area Network (LAN), and tactical communications
  • Knowledge of major intelligence databases, data needs, and web-based services
  • Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal
Company Information

Cherokee Preting (Preting) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about Preting, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Similar Searchable Job Titles

  • Network Administrator
  • Systems Engineer
  • LAN/WAN Engineer
  • Network Architect

Keywords

  • CCNA
  • LAN/WAN
  • IAT II

Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

As required by our governmental client, this position requires being a US Citizen AND an active TS/Sensitive Compartmental Information (SCI) clearance with the ability to obtain a Counterintelligence polygraph to be considered.

Salary : $150,000 - $180,000

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